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Originally Posted by Robulous78
So I need some advice...
It wouldn't be my first firearm but My Pop's has said to pick out an "affordable" gun I like and he'd see about getting it for me for x-mas...
What handguns would you suggest? If I do get something Semi-auto I would like it to have a rail as none of my others do...
What lower is "affordable" yet well constructed, in case I decide to have him get me a lower and do my own build?
How much would a decent AR-15 build run after the lower?
Thanks for your answers fellas...
affordable I would say is 600 or less out the door...
He actually suggested I look into the Springfield XD line... So I would guess since he suggested it that is "affordable"
What if I bought an already built AR-15? better or worse than DIY?
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Originally Posted by emopunker2004
Grabagun has a PSA rifle for 700.
I prefer Glock personally
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We already have a few Glocks in the Family, I can't say I am overly fond of them personally... just not my bag...
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Originally Posted by Blueface
In that price range, Glock for sure.
Question is do you want it for carrying or just to have for shooting at range/home defense?
If latter, go big with a 21.
If looking to shoot cheaper than .45 caliber, go 17 or 19, the latter being a mid size one.
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I am looking for something multi purpose... I want something for defense that is fun on the range and makes a bit of a "don't f-uck around" statement. I like rounds with a lot of punch... .357 mag being my favorite but not available for semi autos... gave thought to .357 sig but haven't shot any yet to make a determination...
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Originally Posted by dijit
Rob, I would say go test drive several handguns. Glocks are hard to beat for reliability but for me point of aim is off due to grip angle. The XD from Springfield is arguable nearly as reliable as Glock. If used is an option try the Sig Sauer line (one of the best I have tried).
For the AR if you really want to know and appreciate your weapon build one. Depending on tastes it can be expensive but you will have a better understanding of the weapon and how make it perform better.
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My dad really likes the XD line... he suggested I look into it for this purchase but I haven't been able to test drive anything... I really find myself in a place where no one I know around me has anything, there aren't any indoor ranges to rent different stuff to test drive... I kinda have to take my experiences with different rounds to the pawn shop, hold a bunch of stuff and imagine how I think it would feel... which sucks admittedly....
I am really thinking about starting my own AR-15 build... but I know they can soak up a lot of cash quickly... just ask Justin....
I kid I kid...
If I did build an AR. out of study and reliable but not necessarily name brand parts, if the lower was complete and covered, what would my end of the build cost me realistically?
I want to shoot the heads off of Zombies at 200 yards... not the wings off of flies at 1000....
I am open to anything, handgun or AR...